4-H Extension Program Coordinator, Wayne County

The Pennsylvania State University; Honesdale (Wayne County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State Extension, Wayne County, Honesdale, PA, is seeking an innovative Extension Program Coordinator to lead the 4-H Youth Development program locally. You will recruit and train volunteers, manage clubs and events, and collaborate with partners to expand opportunities for youth across the county.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, community engagement, fundraising planning, and delivering programs through clubs, camps, and school activities.

Qualifications

• Willing to work flexible hours.
• Familiarity with diverse backgrounds and inclusion.
• Teaching, program development, and evaluation skills.
• Strong communication with youth, parents, volunteers, and community partners.
• Ability to carry equipment and educational materials.

Responsibilities

• Help implement educational programs and activities for the Wayne County 4-H program.
• Recruit, screen, train, and support adult volunteers.
• Promote the 4-H program to retain members and recruit new youth audiences.
• Build relationships with local, county, state agencies, schools, organizations and businesses.
• Coordinate registration, supervision, and transportation for participants.
• Implement program evaluation, documentation, and reporting.
• Support volunteers, youth and clubs to ensure policy and procedural adherence.

Skills

Teaching

Program development

Evaluation

Communication

Diversity awareness

Volunteer coordination

Education

GED/HS

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

4-H Extension Program Coordinator, Wayne County### 4-H Extension Program Coordinator, Wayne CountyApply: Wayne County: Full time: Posted Yesterday: REQ\\_0000082745# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.### **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.**This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.### **POSITION SPECIFICS****Penn State Extension** seeks an innovative and energetic professional **Extension Program Coordinator** to serve as a member of the 4-H Youth Development team to help implement the Wayne County 4-H program as well as support the statewide program. 4-H utilizes hands-on activities to foster critical thinking, leadership development, and community engagement. Programs are delivered through non-formal settings, such as 4-H clubs, camps, school enrichment, and after-school programs. Volunteers play an important role in the success of these endeavors, serving as club leaders, coaches and mentors. **This position is based at Penn State Extension, Wayne County, Honesdale, PA.** The individual in this position works as a representative of **The Pennsylvania State University** in the delivery of a comprehensive 4-H Youth Development program in a wide range of 4-H curriculum areas. This includes maintaining and expanding existing local 4-H club programs, supervising programs delivered by program assistants and volunteers, building community collaborations and partnerships, developing a revenue enhancement portfolio, and creating a professional development plan. Major responsibilities include:* Help to implement educational programs, materials, and activities as part of the overall efforts of the Pennsylvania 4-H program and the identified needs of the local county.* Recruit, screen, train, and support adult volunteers.* Promote the 4-H program to retain current members and recruit new and diverse youth audiences.* Effectively build relationships to support the educational mission of the 4-H program by collaborating with local, county, and state agencies, schools, organizations and businesses, community members, Extension professionals, and local decisionmakers.* Effectively, work with the County 4-H Program Development Committee to plan the local program including a fundraising strategy.* Provide effective communication to volunteers, collaborators, youth, and parents to ensure a quality experience.* Coordinate registration, supervision, and transportation for participants in 4-H youth events held in other counties, across the state, or out of state.* Implement program evaluation, documentation, and reporting.* Support 4-H volunteers, youth and clubs to ensure that policy and procedural expectations are followed.* Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Director of Programs and local Extension Educator. **Required Qualifications:*** Willing to work flexible hours.* Familiarity with various ethnic and socioeconomic audiences, interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to the principles of diversity.* Possess teaching, program development, and evaluation skills.* Demonstrate positive human relations and effective communication skills necessary to work effectively with youth, parents, leaders, government officials, and the general public.* Able to carry equipment and educational materials and supplies, with or without accommodation. **MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS**General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)No prior relevant work experience requiredRequired Certifications:None### **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.### Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. **SALARY & BENEFITS**The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $36,888.00 - $53,532.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.